QB/Shortstop Johnny Manziel a Duck

[dthomas=ddixon]

i'm having john boyett flashbacks

Thats exactly who I thought of when i looked at his profile. Legit athlete that just happens to be white & play QB.

[greenyellow]

I wonder if this means the coaches got the impression Mariota is leaning somewhere else. It's a good question since he seems to have skills similar to Mariota and could easily move around due to his athleticism. Manziel may be more comfortable with the Ducks going after multiple QBs since he could move to another position.

[bigsugarduck]

Totally out of the blue. But I watched the video and gotta say this might end up being a great pick up. The Kid has super versatility and I just like the way he moves with exuberance, which reminds me of Jeff Maehl (just coincidence that he's white). Now lets pick up Hundley, or Mariota and we will be SET at QB. S....E....T, set!

[greenyellow]

After watching his highlights, the thing that stands out is his mobility in the pocket and his ability to keep the play going. Pretty impressive considering the highlights are from his sophomore year. Not that many sophomores could play like that and also get their team deep into the playoffs. Could be a big find if he continues playing like that and comes here.

[dthomas=ddixon]

John Boyett anyone?

[Destroyer77]

"3 weeks ago Super Johnny tied a San Antonio scoring record of 8 TD's in one game, he's a phenom"

Profile on him in the local paper.

http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/Expr ... 39914.html

246 yards and four TDs passing, 203 yards and three TDs rushing, 39 yards and one TD receiving.

Did they really call him "Super Johnny"? All of a sudden, I'm quite excited about him being a Duck!

[Sooth]

anyone know where i could find some highlights on him from his junior year?

would be interested to see them.

all the clips i've seen are from his sophomore year.

[UOducksTK1]

Btw what I've heard so far IS being recruited to player QB. So right now, he's coming in as a QB.

This makes no sense considering we have Hundley, Mariota, and Randall all in play. I mean Randall is considered a commit right now. This makes me think we won't land Hundley now.

[greenyellow]

Btw what I've heard so far IS being recruited to player QB. So right now, he's coming in as a QB.

This makes no sense considering we have Hundley, Mariota, and Randall all in play. I mean Randall is considered a commit right now. This makes me think we won't land Hundley now.

Couldn't it also be they think they still have a shot with Hundley but Randall may go elsewhere?

[UOducksTK1]

Btw what I've heard so far IS being recruited to player QB. So right now, he's coming in as a QB.

This makes no sense considering we have Hundley, Mariota, and Randall all in play. I mean Randall is considered a commit right now. This makes me think we won't land Hundley now.

Couldn't it also be they think they still have a shot with Hundley but Randall may go elsewhere?

Any scenario is possible at this point. My bet is Mariota goes to Washington, just because of the depth chart situations. Hundley, who knows. I think we're still in it actually, and like you said, Randall might not be solid. Let the endless speculation start. It's pretty insane how crazy things are this early in recruiting.

[akili1133]

I trust Chip. The kid looks like a gamer.

[briarduck]

i'm having john boyett flashbacks

I agree and I will throw out Nate Costa as well...he does look great but Randell, Hundley and MM great, I don't know but I trust CK and recruiting isn't over yet!

This is one crazy year for QB recruiting...just a little drama!

I think we were all getting used to "Randell, Hundley and MM" that we forget that things can change very quickly.

Its all good!

GO DUCKS!!

[MacDuck]

Keep in mind the following:

1. Mariota & Manziel were here at either the same time or within a few days of each other. Coaches got to see both these kids up close & personal, but it was Manziel who is now committed. I bet they either told Marcus they were going in another direction or they knew the kid was high on UW, thus weren't going to wait around while he picked the Dawgs. We have no way of knowing which of the 2 they preferred, but given what Manziel has already accomplished, my bet is on him.

2. I think they have likely made it clear to Hundley that they're probably taking 3 QBs. By tomorrow morning BH is going to know that we have 2 in the fold (though Manziel is actually more solid than Randall since he has visited). Chip obviously isn't concerned that other QBs verbaling could cost us Hundley because Hundley knows the score. If BH sees our ship as too full, then it's his loss if he picks someone else. I like our pro active approach. Identify the kids you want and the first ones aboard get the goodies. Neuheisal is doing the opposite. He's telling Berglund no go until he knows what Hundley's going to decide.

3. Though Randall says he's a commit, the staff knows, esp with kids from as far away as FL, that things can change. He hasn't been here yet and still has the FL offer, though it's at WR, it's still very tempting since Urban could easily switch and say they'll let him try QB. Our staff knows that Randall could easily change his mind. Hundley knows as well that Randall hasn't tripped yet.

In the end, we may end up only taking 2 QBs as I doubt Hundley comes. He is no shoe in for us regardless of how many others commit and/or sign. His dad has made it known he prefers others over us and I like Chip's approach. Go with the kids who want to be Ducks and if a great prospect like Hundley opts elsewhere, you have no regrets re your strategy. Some will bitch if we don't land Hundley and blame it on offering and accepting the others too soon. Oh well.

[briarduck]

Keep in mind the following:

1. Mariota & Manziel were here at either the same time or within a few days of each other. Coaches got to see both these kids up close & personal, but it was Manziel who is now committed. I bet they either told Marcus they were going in another direction or they knew the kid was high on UW, thus weren't going to wait around while he picked the Dawgs. We have no way of knowing which of the 2 they preferred, but given what Manziel has already accomplished, my bet is on him.

2. I think they have likely made it clear to Hundley that they're probably taking 3 QBs. By tomorrow morning BH is going to know that we have 2 in the fold (though Manziel is actually more solid than Randall since he has visited). Chip obviously isn't concerned that other QBs verbaling could cost us Hundley because Hundley knows the score. If BH sees our ship as too full, then it's his loss he picks someone else. I like their pro active approach. Identify the kids you want and the first ones aboard get the goodies. Neuheisal is doing the opposite. He's telling Berglund no go until he knows what Hundley's going to decide.

3. Though Randall says he's a commit, the staff knows, esp with kids from as far away as FL, that things can change. He hasn't been here yet and still has the FL offer, though it's at WR, it's still very tempting since Urban could easily switch and say they'll lket him try QB. Our staff knows that Randall could easily change his mind. Hundley knows as well that Randall hasn't tripped yet. Things could change with him.

In the end, we may end up only taking 2 QBs as I doubt Hundley comes. He is no shoe in for us regardless of how many others commit and/or sign. His dad has made it known he prefers others over us and I like Chip's approach. Go with the kids who want to be Ducks and if a great prospect like Hundley opts elsewhere, you have no regrets re your strategy. Some will bitch if we don't land Hundley and blame it on offering and accepting the others too soon. Oh well.

Well done, I agree! I like the way CK does it and I only want players who want to compete and battle for positions!

GO DUCKS!!

[greenyellow]

Keep in mind the following:

1. Mariota & Manziel were here at either the same time or within a few days of each other. Coaches got to see both these kids up close & personal, but it was Manziel who is now committed. I bet they either told Marcus they were going in another direction or they knew the kid was high on UW, thus weren't going to wait around while he picked the Dawgs. We have no way of knowing which of the 2 they preferred, but given what Manziel has already accomplished, my bet is on him.

2. I think they have likely made it clear to Hundley that they're probably taking 3 QBs. By tomorrow morning BH is going to know that we have 2 in the fold (though Manziel is actually more solid than Randall since he has visited). Chip obviously isn't concerned that other QBs verbaling could cost us Hundley because Hundley knows the score. If BH sees our ship as too full, then it's his loss he picks someone else. I like their pro active approach. Identify the kids you want and the first ones aboard get the goodies. Neuheisal is doing the opposite. He's telling Berglund no go until he knows what Hundley's going to decide.

3. Though Randall says he's a commit, the staff knows, esp with kids from as far away as FL, that things can change. He hasn't been here yet and still has the FL offer, though it's at WR, it's still very tempting since Urban could easily switch and say they'll lket him try QB. Our staff knows that Randall could easily change his mind. Hundley knows as well that Randall hasn't tripped yet. Things could change with him.

In the end, we may end up only taking 2 QBs as I doubt Hundley comes. He is no shoe in for us regardless of how many others commit and/or sign. His dad has made it known he prefers others over us and I like Chip's approach. Go with the kids who want to be Ducks and if a great prospect like Hundley opts elsewhere, you have no regrets re your strategy. Some will bitch if we don't land Hundley and blame it on offering and accepting the others too soon. Oh well.

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